2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
